Ulster University has signed up with Dell Technologies as part of a £85 million (€100m) partnership that will support the development of technology and drive research in digital health and innovation in the media industry. The university has signed a memorandum of understanding with the tech company that covers the Centre for Digital Healthcare Technology and the Screen and Media Innovation Lab, and will provide technology and infrastructure to support the new innovation centres. “Our partnership with Dell Technologies will act as a catalyst to develop technology and advance research with impact locally, nationally and internationally,” said Professor Paddy Nixon, vice-chancellor of Ulster University. “Ulster University’s world class researchers and facilities supported by Dell Technologies will deliver life-changing health outcomes for patients and will transform the creative industries in Northern Ireland. ”Mark Hopkins, general manager, Dell Technologies Ireland and Northern Ireland, said the partnership would be “game-changing” for Belfast.

Source: The Irish Times January 21, 2020 15:45 UTC